Sinsheim

Sinsheim is a district town in Rhein-Neckar-Kreis, Baden-Württemberg, situated between Heidelberg and Heilbronn. The town spreads across gentle hills in the Kraichgau region and is crossed by the Elsenz, a small river that shapes the local landscape.

The place was first recorded in 770 in the codex of Lorsch monastery and received town rights in 1192. For centuries, the settlement stood along key trade routes linking the Rhine valley with eastern imperial cities.

Locals gather in the old town square on market days, where vendors sell regional produce beneath half-timbered facades. The area around the former monastery retains its calm character, with courtyards and gardens open to walkers.

The center is easy to explore on foot, with marked routes through the old lanes. The railway station links the town with Heidelberg and other destinations along the Elsenz valley line.

A section of the old town wall still stands at the edge of the old center and shows the former extent of medieval fortifications. The vineyards on the outskirts have supplied grapes for local winemakers for centuries.

Location: Rhein-Neckar

Location: Sinsheim VVG

Elevation above the sea: 154 m

Address: 74889 Sinsheim, Germany

Website: https://sinsheim.de

GPS coordinates: 49.25312,8.87699

Latest update: December 14, 2025 21:39